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Trump administration moves to cut $4.9 billion in foreign aid for 2025

The Trump administration has announced plans to cancel $4.9 billion (MAD 53.9 billion) in U.S. foreign aid for the fiscal year 2025, targeting funds already approved by Congress. This includes significant contributions to the United Nations and its specialized agencies. The White House Office of Management......

Morocco’s future: bridging research and policy to tackle climate, education, and jobs

The Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) in Rabat recently hosted a major conference uniting researchers, policymakers, and international experts to explore how scientific research can inform effective public policies in Morocco. Organized in collaboration with the Morocco Innovation and Evaluation......

US Supreme Court Rules Against Trump's Efforts to Halt Payments to Foreign Aid Groups

The U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled against President Donald Trump’s attempt to block payments to foreign aid organizations that had already fulfilled their contractual obligations. The court’s 5-4 decision upheld a ruling by U.S. District Judge Amir Ali, who had instructed the administration......

Morocco strengthens agricultural partnerships at IFAD summit in Rome

Morocco has joined global agricultural leaders at the 48th International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Governing Council meeting in Rome, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to agricultural development and food security initiatives. The Moroccan delegation, led by Ambassador Youssef Balla,......

Morocco strengthens international ties with 27 new cooperation agreements

Morocco's Parliament has unanimously approved 27 international agreements, marking a significant expansion of the country's diplomatic and economic partnerships. Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita presented these agreements during a legislative session led by Speaker Rachid Talbi Alami. The agreements......

Morocco-Backed Agency Commits $4.2M to Jerusalem Development Programs in 2024

The Bayt Mal Al-Quds Agency (BMAQ) has allocated over $4.2 million to social and economic development projects in Jerusalem throughout 2024, according to the organization's annual report unveiled Wednesday in Rabat. The agency serves as the executive branch of the Al-Quds Committee, under the chairmanship......

World Bank Announces Record $100 Billion Support for the Poorest Nations

The World Bank has unveiled an unprecedented commitment to aid the world's poorest countries, raising nearly $24 billion in new funds. This initiative will allow the bank to leverage these resources, unlocking a remarkable total of $100 billion in loans and grants. The goal is to address the pressing......

U.S. Development Finance Corporation Set to Boost Economic Ties with New Office in Rabat

The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) is set to establish a new office in Rabat, Morocco, in December 2024, marking a significant step in enhancing economic collaboration between the United States and Morocco. This initiative aligns with a broader strategy announced during a tripartite......

The Moroccan Minister of Economy and Finance Leads Kingdom's Delegation at IDA Summit in Nairobi

In a testament to Morocco's dedication to advancing international development, Minister of Economy and Finance, Nadia Fettah Alaoui, is representing His Majesty King Mohammed VI at the 21st Summit of the International Development Association (IDA 21) in Nairobi, Kenya. The summit, jointly organized......